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Festive mains, cookies, and cozy classics

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Make the holiday merry with a showstopping prime rib or glazed ham, festive sides, and a cookie-and-cocoa spread for the whole family.

Appetizers

Holiday Charcuterie Board

Holiday Charcuterie Board

A stunning, crowd-pleasing holiday charcuterie board loaded with cured meats, artisan cheeses, seasonal accompaniments, and festive garnishes. No cooking required — just thoughtful arrangement and a great selection of flavors and textures. Perfect for holiday parties, New Year's Eve, or any festive gathering, this board is as beautiful as it is delicious.

Breakfast

Classic Breakfast Casserole

Classic Breakfast Casserole

A hearty, crowd-pleasing breakfast casserole loaded with savory sausage, fluffy eggs, melted cheese, and tender bread cubes. This make-ahead-friendly dish is a staple for holiday mornings, weekend brunches, and feeding a hungry family — all in one easy baking dish. Simply assemble the night before, refrigerate, and bake fresh in the morning.

Classic Homemade Cinnamon Rolls

Classic Homemade Cinnamon Rolls

Soft, pillowy cinnamon rolls with a gooey brown sugar-cinnamon filling and a thick, tangy cream cheese glaze. This is the kind of recipe that fills your home with an irresistible aroma and brings everyone to the kitchen. Made from scratch with a reliable, forgiving dough — no stand mixer required — these rolls come out perfectly tender every time.

Mains

Classic Prime Rib Roast

Classic Prime Rib Roast

A showstopping, restaurant-quality prime rib roast made right in your home oven. This classic recipe uses a simple herb and garlic crust, a high-heat sear, and a low-and-slow roast to deliver a perfectly pink, juicy center with a deeply savory, golden-brown crust. Paired with a rich au jus made from the drippings, this is the ultimate centerpiece for holidays and special occasions. Reliable, well-tested, and approachable — even for first-timers.

Glazed Christmas Ham

Glazed Christmas Ham

A showstopping centerpiece for the holiday table — a bone-in ham slow-roasted until tender, then lacquered with a sticky, sweet-and-spiced brown sugar glaze. This classic recipe is forgiving, reliable, and feeds a crowd with minimal fuss. The glaze caramelizes into a gorgeous, deeply flavored crust that makes every slice irresistible.

Classic Roasted Beef Tenderloin

Classic Roasted Beef Tenderloin

A showstopping centerpiece that's surprisingly approachable — beef tenderloin is one of the most tender cuts you can buy, and a simple sear-then-roast method delivers a beautifully browned crust with a perfectly pink, buttery interior. This classic recipe uses a garlic-herb butter rub and a two-stage cooking method (high heat sear + moderate oven roast) that takes the guesswork out of hitting your ideal doneness. Perfect for holidays, dinner parties, or any occasion that deserves something special.

Baked Mac and Cheese

Baked Mac and Cheese

A classic, crowd-pleasing baked mac and cheese with a rich, velvety cheese sauce and a golden, crispy breadcrumb topping. Made with a simple roux-based béchamel and a blend of sharp cheddar and Gruyère, this is the kind of comforting, reliable recipe that becomes a family staple. No fancy techniques — just straightforward, deeply satisfying mac and cheese every time.

Sides

Classic Roasted Potatoes

Classic Roasted Potatoes

Golden, crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside — these classic roasted potatoes are the ultimate reliable side dish. A simple toss with olive oil, garlic, and herbs is all it takes to transform humble spuds into something irresistible. Perfect alongside roast chicken, steak, or just about anything else on the table.

Green Bean Casserole

Green Bean Casserole

The ultimate classic comfort side dish — tender green beans smothered in a rich, savory mushroom cream sauce and topped with a generous layer of crispy fried onions. This is the tried-and-true, from-scratch version that's been a holiday staple for decades. Simple to assemble, deeply satisfying, and always the first dish to disappear from the table.

Honey Glazed Carrots

Honey Glazed Carrots

A timeless, foolproof side dish that transforms humble carrots into something truly special. Tender carrots are coated in a glossy honey-butter glaze with a hint of thyme, making them irresistibly sweet, savory, and aromatic. Ready in under 30 minutes with just one pan — the perfect reliable side for weeknight dinners and holiday feasts alike.

Breads

Classic Homemade Dinner Rolls

Classic Homemade Dinner Rolls

Soft, pillowy, and golden-brown dinner rolls that are a staple at any family table. Made with simple pantry ingredients and a reliable yeast dough, these rolls come out fluffy on the inside with a tender, lightly buttered crust every time. Perfect for holidays, Sunday dinners, or any night you want to make the meal feel special.

Desserts

Classic Sugar Cookies

Soft, buttery, and perfectly sweet — these classic sugar cookies are the gold standard for home baking. They hold their shape beautifully when cut, making them perfect for decorating, or simply enjoy them plain with a sprinkle of sugar. This reliable, well-tested recipe produces cookies with slightly crisp edges and a tender, melt-in-your-mouth center every time.

Classic Gingerbread Cookies

Classic Gingerbread Cookies

Warmly spiced, perfectly soft-yet-crisp gingerbread cookies that hold their shape beautifully — ideal for cutting into festive shapes, decorating with royal icing, or simply enjoying plain. This time-tested recipe delivers a rich molasses depth with a balanced blend of ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. The dough is easy to work with and can be made ahead, making it a go-to for holiday baking with kids and adults alike.

Peppermint Bark

Peppermint Bark

A classic holiday confection with a crisp dark chocolate base, a smooth white chocolate layer, and a generous topping of crushed candy canes. This foolproof, no-bake recipe delivers beautiful, snappy bark with bold peppermint flavor in every bite — perfect for gifting, holiday platters, or sneaking straight from the fridge.

Yule Log Cake (Bûche de Noël)

Yule Log Cake (Bûche de Noël)

A stunning yet approachable classic French holiday dessert — a light, airy chocolate sponge cake rolled around a fluffy whipped cream filling, then wrapped in a rich, fudgy chocolate buttercream "bark." Decorated with powdered sugar "snow" and festive touches, it's the showstopper centerpiece your holiday table deserves. This well-tested recipe breaks the process into manageable steps so even first-timers can roll and decorate with confidence.

Classic Pecan Pie

Classic Pecan Pie

A timeless Southern pecan pie with a gooey, caramel-like filling packed with toasted pecans nestled in a buttery, flaky crust. This well-tested recipe strikes the perfect balance between sweet and rich — not too runny, not too stiff — and bakes up beautifully every time. A holiday table staple that's surprisingly simple to pull together.

Drinks

Classic Homemade Eggnog

Classic Homemade Eggnog

Rich, creamy, and perfectly spiced — this classic homemade eggnog is the real deal. Made with a cooked custard base for food safety, it's silky smooth with warm notes of nutmeg and vanilla. Far superior to anything from a carton, it's a beloved holiday tradition that's surprisingly simple to pull off at home. Serve it chilled and spiked (or not) for a crowd-pleasing seasonal treat.

Classic Hot Chocolate

Classic Hot Chocolate

Rich, creamy, and deeply chocolatey — this is the hot chocolate you'll make on repeat all winter long. Made with real cocoa powder and a touch of vanilla, it's velvety smooth, not too sweet, and infinitely better than any packet mix. Ready in under 10 minutes with pantry staples, it's the ultimate cozy drink for cold days and rainy nights.

Classic Mulled Wine

Classic Mulled Wine

A warming, aromatic mulled wine that fills your home with the scent of cinnamon, cloves, and citrus. This classic recipe uses a gentle simmer — never a boil — to coax every bit of flavor from the whole spices without cooking off the alcohol. It's endlessly adaptable, deeply comforting, and perfect for holiday gatherings or a quiet evening in.

More recipes

Cranberry Brie Bites

Golden, flaky puff pastry cups filled with creamy melted brie and sweet-tart cranberry sauce — these crowd-pleasing bites are the ultimate holiday appetizer. Ready in under 30 minutes with just a handful of ingredients, they look impressive but couldn't be easier to pull together.

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